For the 2025-26 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 2,325 students in 55118, MN.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 55118, MN are Mendota Elementary School, Somerset Elementary School and Heritage E-stem Magnet School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 55118 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 55118, MN have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Minnesota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55118, MN Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mendota Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
1979 Summit Ln
Saint Paul, MN 55118
(651) 403-8000
Saint Paul, MN 55118
(651) 403-8000
Gr: PK-4 | 372 students Student-teacher ratio: 124:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
Somerset Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1355 Dodd Rd
Saint Paul, MN 55118
(651) 403-8201
Saint Paul, MN 55118
(651) 403-8201
Gr: PK-4 | 402 students Student-teacher ratio: 134:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #33.
Heritage E-stem Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
121 W Butler Ave
Saint Paul, MN 55118
(651) 403-7401
Saint Paul, MN 55118
(651) 403-7401
Gr: 5-8 | 760 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #44.
Garlough Environmental Magnet
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1740 Charlton St
Saint Paul, MN 55118
(651) 403-8100
Saint Paul, MN 55118
(651) 403-8100
Gr: K-4 | 394 students Student-teacher ratio: 99:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #55.
Moreland Art/health Science Magnet
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
217 W Moreland Ave
Saint Paul, MN 55118
(651) 403-7800
Saint Paul, MN 55118
(651) 403-7800
Gr: PK-4 | 385 students Student-teacher ratio: 96:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: n/an/a
Aspen House Education Program
Alternative School
2031 Victoria Rd S
Saint Paul, MN 55118
(651) 447-4090
Saint Paul, MN 55118
(651) 447-4090
Gr: 6-12 | 5 students Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: n/an/a
Special Education
Special Education School
1897 Delaware Ave
Saint Paul, MN 55118
(651) 403-7019
Saint Paul, MN 55118
(651) 403-7019
Gr: K-12 | 7 students Minority enrollment: 57%
55118, Minnesota 51³Ô¹ÏÍøºÚÁÏ (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
33 Wentworth Ave East
Saint Paul, MN 55118
(651) 776-8776
Saint Paul, MN 55118
(651) 776-8776
Gr: 9-12 | 58 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 55118, MN?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 55118, MN include Mendota Elementary School, Somerset Elementary School and Heritage E-stem Magnet School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 55118?
7 public elementary schools are located in 55118.
What is the racial composition of students in 55118?
55118 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public elementary schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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